The Best Hotels Closest to The Cotton Exchange in Wilmington for 2026

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A modern two-story building with a white facade and black trim. There is a small garden with red and white flowers in front of the building.

A bar area with a rustic counter, green walls, and a framed painting of sailboats.

A two-story building with a white facade and black trim. It has a storefront with a sign reading "FOOD & SPIRIT" and a plaque indicating "77° 56' 49" W". There are two potted plants in front of the entrance.

A restaurant with brick walls, large windows, and bar stools.

1. ARRIVE Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington, 0.6 km from The Cotton Exchange

Christopher

￥27,624

￥31,215 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hammock chair in a room with a wooden floor, a small trash bin, and a view of a house through an arched window.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a view of a balcony.

A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by various types of vegetation.

A modern interior with a plush velvet armchair, a large mirror, and a potted plant.

2. Dreamers BNB

Riverfront District, 0.8 km from The Cotton Exchange

Tara

￥32,263

￥39,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a central decorative feature.

A hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, wooden doors, and a large chandelier.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a prominent entrance.

A restaurant with large windows offering views of a body of water and trees. Tables are set with chairs and dining ware.

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Downtown Wilmington, 0.4 km from The Cotton Exchange

Mallory

￥20,580

￥23,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A living room with a brown sofa, patterned armchair, and a wooden staircase.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa and a glass table, and a large window overlooking a brick building.

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a clock on the wall.

4. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Downtown Wilmington, 0.2 km from The Cotton Exchange

Timothy

￥15,967

￥18,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor deck with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a docked ship.

A spacious banquet hall with round tables set for dining, featuring exposed brick walls and large windows.

An indoor venue with rows of chairs arranged for an event, brick walls, large windows, and string lights.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of a cityscape, and a colorful striped rug.

5. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Downtown Wilmington, 0.3 km from The Cotton Exchange

JEFFREY C.

￥22,675

￥25,622 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a round dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window and a painting on the wall.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a built-in oven.

A wooden deck with two hanging chairs and a small table with plants.

6. The Hive

Downtown Wilmington, 0.2 km from The Cotton Exchange

Jennifer

￥33,775

￥55,645 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a computer, and a large window. There are red ottomans and a blue sofa in the seating area.

An outdoor patio with brick walls, large windows, and metal tables and chairs.

7. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Downtown Wilmington, 0.2 km from The Cotton Exchange

Shawn

￥19,293

￥21,800 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bar area with a menu board, bar stools, and a seating area with chairs and a round table.

A lounge area with wicker chairs and red cushions, a central fire pit, and a view of a fire through large windows.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a pool in the background.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, a coffee machine, and shelves stocked with bottles.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Downtown Wilmington, 0.2 km from The Cotton Exchange

Gabriel Armando

￥19,992

￥22,592 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a fire feature, and a covered section with string lights.

A waterfront hotel with multiple floors, a dock, and a reflection in the water.

A pier extending into the sea with a sunset in the background.

A water park with multiple slides and pools.

9. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Wilmington, 0.2 km from The Cotton Exchange

Lee

￥21,875

￥24,718 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A balcony with metal chairs, a view of a river, and a distant ship.

A U.S. Coast Guard ship docked at a pier with a clear view of the surrounding greenery and water.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a dining area with a table and chairs in the background.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a bar area with stools.

10. Water Street Retreats

Downtown Wilmington, 0.3 km from The Cotton Exchange

Matthew

￥29,550

￥42,861 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and a dining area with red chairs.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area.

A brick building with a green awning, a tree-lined sidewalk, and parked cars.

11. Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!

Brooklyn Arts District, 0.6 km from The Cotton Exchange

￥24,940

￥50,003 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern outdoor seating area with blue Adirondack chairs, a round table, and a bar area with string lights.

A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, a bed, a vanity with a mirror, and a walk-in closet.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements including sofas, chairs, and tables.

12. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

New Market Center, 7.8 km from The Cotton Exchange

Montreal

￥17,281

￥19,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A lifeguard tower with the number 12 on a beach with the ocean in the background.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo.

A multi-story building with a central entrance, surrounded by a grassy area and small bushes.

A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a beach with a path and dunes.

13. Surf Suites

14.1 km from The Cotton Exchange

Jennifer

￥19,755

￥25,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, two tables, and ottomans.

A modern cafe with a central seating area, a snack display, and a coffee machine.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view.

14. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

11.3 km from The Cotton Exchange

James

￥16,050

￥18,136 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a microwave, and a sink.

A gym with cardio machines, weight training equipment, and a mirrored wall.

A reception desk with a computer, a wall-mounted sign labeled 'Deliveries', and a shelving unit with plants.

A modern living room with a sofa, two side tables, a coffee table, a grey armchair, a patterned rug, and a wall-mounted smart vending machine.

15. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

11.2 km from The Cotton Exchange

Victoria

￥12,633

￥14,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered area and a flagpole.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with a glass enclosure, and overhead pendant lighting.

A modern bar area with a stone countertop, wooden chairs, pendant lighting, and a television.

16. Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

Mayfaire, 10.8 km from The Cotton Exchange

Diego

￥16,827

￥19,015 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, lounge areas, and a well-lit exterior.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted sign, and a shelf with amenities.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a sign for 'Palomas', and a 'LELA' sign.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a fireplace.

17. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

6 km from The Cotton Exchange

Margaret

￥15,967

￥18,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, grey chairs, and umbrellas.

A modern reception area with a marble counter, hanging pendant lights, and a display of framed items.

A modern lounge area with large windows, blue patterned chairs, and a mix of sofas and tables.

A modern bar area with a brick wall, shelves with bottles, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

18. Element by Marriott Wilmington

Mayfaire, 11.1 km from The Cotton Exchange

Elizabeth

￥26,055

￥29,443 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern kitchen with a yogurt dispenser, eggs, and milk station, a breakfast bar, and a chalkboard menu.

A hotel room with a minibar, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wooden partition.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, and two armchairs.

19. Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

16 km from The Cotton Exchange

Elizabeth

￥17,364

￥19,622 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A balcony with a view of a beach and pier.

A modern multi-story hotel with balconies and a beach view.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a dresser, and a television on the wall.

20. Silver Gull Motel

14.9 km from The Cotton Exchange

Jill

￥22,684

￥25,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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Compare popular hotels close to The Cotton Exchange

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
ARRIVE Wilmington	9.6 Exceptional 958 reviews	View
Dreamers BNB	9.6 Exceptional 405 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront	9.2 Wonderful 1,116 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center	9.0 Wonderful 645 reviews	View

Top The Cotton Exchange Hotel Reviews

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"👍"

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed here for a work trip. Loved the staff and the amenities. The room was wonderful and clean! Will definately be back!"

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The room was perfect. The hotel was conveniently located."

ARRIVE Wilmington

10/10 Excellent

"Very solid property. No complaints"

Catalina Crib~ Experience Downtown Wilmington Nightlife, Walk to Concerts

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, comfy bed and wonderful little amenities! Had a cute snack basket, along with bathroom extras (hair ties, cotton swabs and q-tips) that were a great touch! It’s close enough to downtown that everything is easily walkable but not so close it’s too loud. Host was very easy to communicate with and so helpful when needed!"

Chic Downtown Loft - Parking - Central New

10/10 Excellent

"The property is very nice and clean. The directions for the parking garage are a little confusing. A little more detail on where it is located would be helpful."

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

10/10 Excellent

"Nice, modern hotel in prime location. I liked the layout of the room. I would stay here again."

The Hive

8/10 Good

"Parking wasn’t free, I had to pay 30.00 a day to park! I parked on the gravel it was tough getting my luggage through the gravels. No elevators."

Panoramic River View Downtown Condo W/Balcony

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, great location, beautiful views."

Other attractions near The Cotton Exchange

A river winding through a city with industrial areas and green spaces.

Riverwalk

9.2/10 (225 reviews)

After visiting Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its festivals.

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A historic train station with a large steam locomotive, a brick building labeled "Atlantic Coast Line Rail Road," and a covered waiting area.

Wilmington Railroad Museum

9.2/10 (38 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Wilmington Railroad Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

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A waterfront promenade with a metal pier, trees, and a building with a red roof.

Wilmington Convention Center

8.4/10 (425 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Wilmington Convention Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.

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A large white building with columns and arched windows.

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

8.2/10 (76 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts during your stay in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

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Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

8.2/10 (61 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

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The Eagle's Dare

After visiting The Eagle's Dare, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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City Stage Theatre

7.2/10 (7 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at City Stage Theatre, a storied theater in Wilmington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College

5.8/10 (7 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College during your trip to Wilmington. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Cotton Exchange?

The Cotton Exchange is located in a family-friendly area of Wilmington known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 448 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near The Cotton Exchange?

Adjacent to The Cotton Exchange, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront and Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center.

How many hotels are there near The Cotton Exchange?

Expedia has 448 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from The Cotton Exchange.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Cotton Exchange, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near The Cotton Exchange.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near The Cotton Exchange?

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What can I see and do near The Cotton Exchange?

Study the collections at Battleship North Carolina, Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, or Wilmington Railroad Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Bellamy Mansion Museum, and Legion Stadium to learn a bit about the area. You can catch a show at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, Live Oak Bank Pavilion, and Greenfield Lake Amphitheater.

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Our top choices for The Cotton Exchange hotels

1. ARRIVE Wilmington

2. Dreamers BNB

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

4. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

5. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

6. The Hive

7. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

8. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

9. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10. Water Street Retreats

11. Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!

12. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

13. Surf Suites

14. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

15. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

16. Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

17. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

18. Element by Marriott Wilmington

19. Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

20. Silver Gull Motel

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Top The Cotton Exchange Hotel Reviews

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

ARRIVE Wilmington

Catalina Crib~ Experience Downtown Wilmington Nightlife, Walk to Concerts

Chic Downtown Loft - Parking - Central New

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

The Hive

Panoramic River View Downtown Condo W/Balcony

Other attractions near The Cotton Exchange

Riverwalk

Wilmington Railroad Museum

Wilmington Convention Center

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

The Eagle's Dare

City Stage Theatre

Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College

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